Xavian Michel is a safety from Naples, Florida, who spent his true freshman year at Tabor College in 2025. During that season, he appeared in 11 games and recorded 37 total tackles, including 26 solos, along with 4 interceptions and 6 pass breakups. His best performance came against McPherson on September 13, 2025, when he logged 6 total tackles with 4 solos. At Naples High School, Michel started at defensive back for two years under coach Rich Martin, posting 4 interceptions as a senior and earning third-team all-state honors. His senior class finished 11-3 and won a FSHA regional title. Michel now joins Missouri State as a sophomore.